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Treatment for breast cancer frequently results in symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats, painful sexual intercourse, hair loss, forgetfulness, depression, and insomnia. This causes many patients to discontinue the treatments. The general opinion is that estrogen should not be given to these patients to relieve their symptoms because of the risk of […]

The authors of this article reviewed 69 cases in which black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) herb was suspected of having caused liver disease. Included were 11 published reports and 58 regulatory health agency reports. The authors have doubts about whether the diseases were actually caused by black cohosh, and in general, the evidence was considered to […]

Black cohosh (BC) (Actaea racemosa or Cimicifuga racemosa) herb is used for symptoms of menopause. It is native to North America. Discussions have been made about whether BC is toxic to liver in women who are sensitive to it. In one study, the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) said that liver toxicity was caused by BC […]

Conjugated estrogen (CE) compliance has been poor in patients since studies showed that the risks of cardiovascular disease and breast cancer are increased in patients on CE. Patients and doctors are looking for alternatives to CE for treatment of menopausal symptoms and reduce or prevent osteoporosis. Wuttke, et al, conducted a double blind study to […]